The Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy/The Tourism and Creative Economy Agency of the Republic of Indonesia (Indonesian MOTCE) and Gresini Racing are delighted to announce a new exciting partnership as the Italian team becomes their ‘ambassador’ in the MotoGP World Championship.

The iconic Wonderful Indonesia logo will be displayed on the Ducati #23 and #49 of Bastianini and Diggia, precisely on the front wings where the design features a red-and-white colour combination right to honour the Indonesian flag.

Through this partnership, Indonesian MOTCE will put their “stamp” on the Gresini Racing MotoGP Team, which for more than 10 years has been tightly connected to some very important Indonesian brands through sponsorship programs and, by this means, also engaged with a very large share of the Indonesian fanbase.

This is a perfectly timed partnership, as the Gresini Racing Team and the whole MotoGP paddock are set to return to Indonesia for the first time in two decades. Hosting the event will be the Mandalika Street Circuit, a project developed by Indonesian MOTCE itself as part of a new international hub for leisure and tourism in the stunning Lombok Island.

SANDIAGA UNO – The Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy of Indonesia
“The Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy of Indonesia are very pleased with this collaboration that we are making with Gresini Racing. The collaboration that will be made between the Indonesian Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy with the Gresini Racing is expected to uplift Indonesia's tourism promotional activities that would increase the awareness of the Indonesian tourism and creative economy industry globally. Through the endorsement that the Indonesian Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy will give to Gresini, I believed that exposing several Indonesian top brands at a global level would expand the reach of the brand market from a national to an international scale and contribute to the nation's pride #BanggaBuatanIndonesia.”

CARLO MERLINI – Gresini Racing’s Commercial & Marketing Director
“I’m very proud and honoured to announce this partnership. To have an important institution such as the Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy endorsing the Gresini Racing’s activities is the best acknowledgement and reward for promoting several Indonesian sponsors on the global stage of the MotoGP World Championship, as well as engaging a very large number of local fans who see Gresini Racing MotoGP as the Team that represents their own nation. I would like to thank his Excellency the Minister Mr Sandiaga Uno and the Deputy Minister Deputy of Tourism Products and Events Mrs Rizki Handayani for such precious reward…I promise our total commitment to payback the trust and fly high the red-white flag all over the world”.

Only 38 laps (best lap-time of 2’02.596s) for Fabio Di Giannantonio in the three-day test at Sepang for rookies and test riders. The Italian, whose progression was halted at the end of day one due to a gastroenteritis, was unable to return to the track and he is currently recovering ahead of the upcoming two-day test – again at the Sepang International Circuit – which will take place this Saturday and Sunday (February 5th and 6th).

HIS CURRENT FITNESS CONDITION. Provided that the rider underwent through all protocols/medical checks needed (both rapid and PCR tests were negative), here is the diagnosis by Dr Michele Zasa, Clinica Mobile’s manager. “Fabio has a simple gastroenteritis, with the symptoms appearing at the end of the opening day of testing. This is something quite common when we travel to the Southeast of Asia, but still led to high dehydration that doesn’t allow him to ride safely. As a precautionary measure, he rested for two days and hopefully he will back to 100% of his physical condition for the upcoming two days of testing. He is recovering already, but it will be important to monitor the situation in the next hours.”

THE TIME LOST. No need to highlight the importance of the test, especially for a rookie. Diggia’s track engineer Donatello Giovanotti had to basically redo the testing schedule for the rider #49. “The idea for these three days was to understand the bike, but especially the tyres. After a quite positive day – despite the small number of laps – in which we only used the medium-tyre option, the schedule also included a test with the other tyre option and a mini race simulation to understand the bike behaviour and all the electronic strategies. It will be difficult to recover the time lost in the next couple of test days at Sepang: we will try to make up for the time lost after day one, try the other tyre option and try a race situation, but obviously we won’t be able to concentrate on the electronics and setup.”

If your motorcycle didn’t have an air filter, dust, dirt and all other airborne contaminants would be able to get into the engine. This would build up and eventually put a huge strain on the motor’s components, wearing down the pistons and cylinder walls. If the piston rings get damaged, gases may be able to escape from the combustion chamber, significantly impacting the engine’s performance.

In short, an effective filter is critical for a healthy motor. However, over time, the filter itself may become clogged with contaminants, which will prevent clean air from getting into the engine and reduce the vehicle’s power and fuel efficiency. This is why it is important to change it at recommended intervals.

Types of air filters

Material

Most air filters are made from paper or cellulose, foam, or an oil-coated cotton material. The quality of the component’s materials and its design ultimately determine its capacity to hold contaminants.

• Paper/cellulose

Paper-based air filters are very common as they are cheap to produce and easy to dispose of. However, this may also be a disadvantage because unlike some other components, the part cannot be cleaned or reused once it gets too dirty. They look fairly similar to the filters used in coffee machines, with small pores for trapping fine particles. The filtration element is pleated to increase its holding capacity and allow more air to flow through.

• Oiled cotton gauze filters

Cotton filtration components are usually the most expensive parts available due to their breathability and durability. They are typically used on high-performance bikes as they provide high-quality filtration at a rapid rate. Although the gauze is quite porous, the oil traps and prevents the contaminants in the air from passing through. The main advantage of these filters is that they can be reused multiple times. You may, however, have to purchase an additional cleaning and re-oiling kit.

• Foam filters

Also known as depth filters, they are often used for off-road vehicles or very dusty environments due to their ability to block out contaminants. Many of them are also saturated in oil to trap dirt and grime. They can last a long time but they require regular cleaning and oiling to function.

Manufacturer

You should also consider the brand and production quality of the product when looking for an aftermarket replacement. It is advisable to only select products from trusted manufacturers, such as K&N, Maxima or MUYI. K&N is probably the most well-known brand in Europe as it is an industry leader in automotive filtration technology. 

Design

Some air filters are intelligently designed to increase the engine’s horsepower. Your driving habits and environment should be taken into account when making a selection. They come in a variety of shapes and sizes. It is therefore important to check the compatibility of the part with your motorbike. For example, the K&N YA-6098 air filter is oval shaped and designed specifically for Yamaha FZS600 Fazer 600 bikes.   

When to change your motorbike’s air filter

According to the majority of recommendations, you should replace or clean your air filter once every 10,000 to 15,000 miles or once per year. However, if you are using a component made from paper and you regularly drive on dusty roads, it may be a good idea to replace it as often as every 6,000 miles to maintain the engine’s performance.

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High-quality workmanship, available at a favourable price and suitable for the A2 driving licence - the KTM 390 Adventure is the perfect introduction to the world of adventure bikes. With tailor-made accessories from Touratech, this easy-to-handle machine can be optimally equipped for journeys near and far.

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A whopping 800 pages of inspiration for motorcycle travels - that‘s the Touratech catalogue for the 2022/23 season. Whether it‘s high-quality components to upgrade your suspension, luggage systems in aluminium or waterproof textile, ultrarugged protectors, a comfort seat, an aerodynamically shaped windscreen or a trail-proof mount for your navigation system: everything adventure riders require to customise their machine can be found in the current Touratech catalogue. And of course in proven top quality Made in Germany.
 
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Print – Online - Download
As always, the Touratech 2022/23 catalogue is free of charge. For those who prefer to browse on their PC or smartphone, there is a specially prepared and fully mobile-compatible online version of the catalogue. A download in PDF format is also possible.
The catalogue will be published, both digitally and in print, in time for the start of the season on 1 March; pre-orders for the print version can be submitted as of now.
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