GIVI Magazine - Maggio 2019

ENGLISH TEXT In recent years the way of travelling on two wheels has changed. Today we have an extra need, which has now become indispensable also when commuting home- work or on a trip in the countryside: to make calls or access a map while driving. In the car or on foot it is quite easy, yet on a motorbike there must be a designed place to mount our smartphone and/or GPS. To do this, in total safety, GIVI has created a wide range of holders. Here is an explanation of how they are made, how they are used and how to choose the one for you. The field that we are exploring is richer than you’d expect, and my intent is to offer support in choosing the right accessory to equip your motorcycle or scooter with, whatever the model. So, let’s get to know the many models with characteristics and intended uses. From S951B to S954B They were the first “cases” created by GIVI; including the classic GPS navigators and consequently have a container developed horizontally. S955B, S956B AND S957B Three models Designed for smartphone. They have a vertical design and are equipped with the Mini-Tanklock system, which allows you to release the case with a finger. This particular versatility allows an easy installation, in addition to tubular handlebars with diameters between 8 and 35 mm, on supports with non-regular sections, such as rectangular or triangular ones of mirror rods on some scooters. They come with a rainproof cover for the case (also suitable for the models previously presented). Although not 100% waterproof, it still offers shelter to the device in case of rain (not heavy) and for short journeys. SMART CLIP S920M/L Travelling on two wheels might give you a hard time when it comes to accessing your device, given the latest technologies - capacitive keys, iris, face or fingerprint id. As for S955B, S956B www.givimoto.com V37 New ergonomic design to improve comfort New reinforced upper latch High cargo volume and flexibility (37 ltr) V37 MONOKEY ® SIDE The most popular among the side cases manufactured by GIVI® evolves into a new magnificent shape, even more elegant and rugged. Fully compatible with all the existing 4 points side munts PLX e PLXR, features a reinforced upper latch that has passed our hardest resistance tests. The ergonomic design, with a large indentation on the front side, allows for a more natural resting position of the passenger’s legs, resulting in superior comfort. Versatile and spacious, the V37 can hold most of the modular helmets available on the market. T E C H N I C A L F E A T U R E S WE HAVE COMBINED ALL OUR BACKGROUND OF INNOVATION, TECHNOLOGY & DESIGN, INTO THE V37, WHILE MAINTANING COMPATIBILITY WITH OUR PREVIOUS CHASSIS. NOTE! Visit the section “FOR YOUR BIKE” on the website givimoto.com in order to verify if the specific frame for your motorcycle model is available BEPPEDIENA ADV LUGGAGE HAS EVOLVED WE ARE MAKING ROOM FOR SMARTPHONE - DEVICE HOLDERS and S957B models, the mobile phone screen is visible through a clear touch-sensitive window, which allows vocal control and touch, yet no fingerprint recognition, which in some cases is required to unlock it. The solution to this problem is among the prerogatives of the SMART CLIP S920, whose features we are going to analyse. Available in two sizes, this clamp fixes the phone on 4 sides, yet it is not placed in a case. The clamp is shared with the models mentioned above (so there is a wide possibility of mounting). This solution avoids covering the front and rear lenses of the camera, thus allowing shooting even in motion. Depending on your kind of smartphone you can choose the S920M version (for sizes from 112 x 52 mm to 148 x 75 mm, or the S920L version, suitable for fixing mobile phones up to 178 x 90 mm). This type of support is also designed for extreme uses, for example in off-road vehicles. Suffice it to say that in the tests it has endured continuous efforts equal to 20g and in the impact even 40g. To be clear: the braking of a Formula One race car produces a force of 5.5g on the driver... If you still think there is a chance to lose your phone along the way, a figure 8 band is also provided, which further increases stability. The S920 Smart Clip can be adjusted vertically and horizontally and can be used both with phones and navigators. What if it rains? For this clamp GIVI offers the new T519M and T519L watertight enclosures. HOW DOES THE CLAMP WORK? Shared by all the models mentioned so far, the clamp is fixed to the vehicle by means of an arm, divided into two parts, equipped with adjustment screws and stoppers. There is also a safety strap if the case gets loose. This clamp finds application on most motorcycles with a few exceptions. If the mirrors are placed directly on the fairing, or there are half-handlebars in fusion, the solution is called Z279: a simple accessory, composed of a small piece of tube welded to a perforated plate, to be positioned on a screw of the control blocks or any other in the instrumentation area. SMART BAR S900A In case you want to keep more devices at hand at the same time, this bar comes into play. On it you can place more supports, for example a phone + Telepass holder. ALUMINUM SUPPORTS S901A TO S903A Some motorcycles “deserve” special attention when it comes to embellishment, even if it is about small accessories, such as the supports for smartphones or navigators. The models we are talking about are made of aluminium, are functional and beautiful to look at. The S901A, a valuable “construction” piece, allows you to place the device in the central part of the handlebar since it uses the screw points of the risers. The mounting needs a specific kit replacing the original screws (which are too short). The S902A is instead designed for combination with the crossbars that some Enduro Adventure present behind the standard fairing, (which we also find on the specific GIVI screens). This support allows a placement that gives you freedom to look at both the screen and the road. The latest addition to this series is the S903A. It is fixed to the brake fluid cover with a special screw kit (look on the website for the correct version for your motorcycle). WHAT ABOUT MOTORBIKE GARMIN AND TOM TOM NAVIGATORS? If you are a Garmin Zumo or TomTom Rider navigator owner, in the GIVI catalogue you will find adaptors that allow you to fix them correctly (using the original system) on the three aluminium supports described above. In conclusion, considering the interest of the market, and consequently of the users, for this type of accessories we can certainly mention GIVI as the manufacturer capable of offering a solution for all and every need. To learn more details or ask for clarification, please visit our website or contact us directly through our blog GIVIPEOPLE or at info@givi.it . 28 Tech