Cardo Systems, a leading provider of wireless communication systems for motorcycle riders, Outdoor and Off-Road Vehicles (ORV) has announced today its acquisition of Riser, based in Vienna Austria, a popular motorcycle navigation app with an array of social features.

This acquisition will bring together the strengths of both companies, providing riders with a comprehensive range of communication, social and navigation solutions.

Riser and Cardo will be working collaboratively. Initially, the app will operate as it currently does, and gradually, the app will develop into an app represented by both companies.

The acquisition will allow Cardo to expand its reach beyond traditional communication systems and offer riders an all-in-one communication, navigation, and social networking solution.

“We are excited to join forces with Riser, which has created an innovative motorcycle app that enhances the riding experience,” said Cardo Systems CEO Alon Lumbroso. “This acquisition will enable us to provide our customers with an even wider range of solutions, including navigation, community, and safety, that meet their evolving needs.”

Dominik Koffu, founder of Riser, added, “We are thrilled to become part of the Cardo family and combine our strengths to provide riders with a comprehensive set of tools that make their riding experience safer and more enjoyable. We look forward to continuing to develop and innovate our technology under the Cardo umbrella.”

KTM CEO, Stefan Pierer, expressed, “I am delighted to see Riser find a new home with Cardo, and we have every confidence that together they will achieve great success.”

The acquisition of Riser is part of Cardo’s ongoing strategy to commit to providing riders with the most advanced and user-friendly communication and navigation systems. Cardo is dedicated to meeting the needs of riders of all levels, from casual enthusiasts to professional riders, and this acquisition will help us achieve this goal.

About Cardo Systems

Cardo Systems delivers cutting-edge communication devices for groups in motion. Connecting motorcycle riders, outdoor enthusiasts, and adventure seekers to their phone, their music, and to each other. Cardo launched the world’s first motorcycle Bluetooth-based wireless intercom headset in 2004 and has been responsible for most of the industry’s innovations ever since. This includes the introduction of the first mesh-powered intercom, the first premium sound system by JBL, and the first voice-powered device, to name but a few. Cardo’s products are sold in over 100 countries and are the world’s leading communication devices for groups in motion.

The Motorcycle Action Group (MAG) campaigns to protect and promote the interests and rights of all riders, from learner to advanced and, having already delivered two successful public meetings aimed at raising the profile of the fight against motorcycle theft in Gillingham, Kent, and Birmingham earlier this year, with riders given the chance to hold the Kent and West Midlands police forces to account, the Motorcycle Action Group (MAG) is holding a public “hustings” type meeting at the Ace from 6pm on the evening of Wednesday 14th June 2023

Herts riders take note!

Joining MAG’s own Colin Brown on the panel for the hustings-style meeting at the Ace, from Hertfordshire will be the Hertfordshire Police and Crime Commissioner, David Lloyd, and Chief Inspector Ricky Bartlett. 

See you at the Ace

Friday 9th June 2023 - 10am to 4pm

Whether you're keen to make the switch or just curious about electric motorcycles, Zero's Experience Electric tour gives you a chance to try out one of the company's all-electric motorcycles and to ask the experts any questions you may have.

The free experience days are designed to give motorcyclists an opportunity to try out a fully-electric motorcycle in a ‘no-obligation’ environment, offering a short guided demo ride and a chance to speak with Zero’s experts and discuss all aspects of electric motorcycling. The dates will include a wide selection of models from the Zero Motorcycles range, including the brand new 2023 DSR/X, the fully-faired SR/S and the A1 compatible FXE and DS.

Sign up in advance for a “Demo Ride” at the Ace and you will receive a free gift upon production of your Eventbrite ticket
Book your ride here.

Test rides will last approximately 15 minutes and as the activity takes place on public roads, all participants must bring with them their full motorcycle licence and provide their own protective riding equipment

See the Zero Motorcycle range here. 

NB: Not all in the Zero Motorcycles range may be available on the day
 
Run Silent, Run Sweet!
 
     See you at the Ace!

Crich Tramway Village, near Matlock, has an exciting programme of events this season, including the return of the immensely popular Classic Motorcycle Day on Sunday 2nd July (run in partnership with the Vincent HRD Owners Club) and sponsored by Derwent Waste Management.

The event has attracted over 350 entries for classic motorcycles, made up of vintage machines to ‘modern’ machines of the1990’s, all of which must be over 25 years old.

There are several trophies for the best motorcycles and scooters, judged by expert judges, including Best Original, Best British, Best Japanese, Best International, Best Pre-war motorcycles, and Best Scooter.

Dinosaur Day was a roaring success last year, so it makes it return on Saturday 29th July. Meet T-Rex, a triceratops, velociraptor, and some dinosaur babies and follow the dinosaur trail through the woods.

New for this year is the Children’s Outdoor Theatre event running from Monday 31st July to Friday 4th August. Follow Alice on her adventures through our woodland Wonderland, meeting some of the story’s iconic characters. Expect lots of family friendly fun, adapted by Notice this Notice’s 2022 summer tour.

More events are planned for August to November.

Events Manager at Crich Tramway Village, Candi Bell, said:

“We have put together an exciting events programme, where there is something for everyone, and of course our vintage trams will be running each day.”

For further information visit www.tramway.co.uk

The British Motor Museum has opened a brand-new exhibition entitled “The Gallery: Auto Art at the British Motor Museum”, which will run until 30 June 2023. The exhibition, which is run in collaboration with Historic Car Art, features a collection of over 30 motoring-related pieces from seven of Britain’s most creative automotive artists and sculptors.

The Gallery showcases five leading artists - Simon Britnell, Neil Collins, Adam Gompertz, John Ketchell, and Andy Shore, who work with a variety of media, including acrylics, oil, watercolour, pen, and pastels. Alongside the evocative paintings, Jonny Ambrose and Gary Smith bring their eye-catching sculptures to the exhibition, artwork created in wood and in bronze.

Historic Car Art has been operating from its rural Derbyshire base since 2004. It has been built over time from a passion for art, cars, automotive history and the racing exploits of drivers and manufacturers, combined with a great interest in how this has all been depicted over the years in both artwork and promotional advertising. Historic Car Art is now a leader in acquiring and supplying original automotive art and vintage posters, building collections for discerning private and corporate clients worldwide.

Rupert Whyte, Director of Historic Car Art, commented, ”It is a pleasure to partner with the team at the British Motor Museum to present just a small selection from our portfolio of renowned automotive artists against the backdrop of the Museum's stunning collections.”

Stephen Laing, Head of Collections at the British Motor Museum, added: "We're delighted to team up with Historic Car Art to bring the work of some of Britain's most talented artists to this new exhibition, a perfect complement to the amazing array of historic cars and automotive archive that can be seen at the Museum."

Access to the exhibition is included with standard Museum admission tickets. The Museum has held its visitor prices for 2023, for even greater value! Museum entry costs just £40 for a family in advance or £44 on the day, £14.50 for adults in advance or £16 on the day, £12.50 for concessions in advance or £14 on the day, £9 for children (5-16 years) in advance or £10 on the day and under 5s go FREE. There is also the option to Gift Aid or donate your entry fee at the time of booking and upgrade your ticket to an Annual Pass in return, at no extra cost.

To find out more information about the exhibition, please visit the website at https://www.britishmotormuseum.co.uk/explore/the-gallery