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FEATURE<br />
The R&D dept – formulated in 2016 - boast<br />
machines (the Darmstadt) and means to<br />
carry out simulation tests on products and<br />
materials for abrasion and other demands<br />
that motorcyclists might have. Alpinestars<br />
have famously opened up their lab for media<br />
eyes and where a full range of trials on<br />
things like steps, resistance, decolourisation,<br />
temperature, buckle closing and impact<br />
testing (to pass CE rules), and REV’IT have<br />
realised that the same spec and technology<br />
frame of reference is essential for top-drawer<br />
product evolution that have to tick boxes of<br />
safety, protection, style and value for money.<br />
For REV’IT this also includes 3D printing.<br />
The company expanded in line with their<br />
catalogue and road racing was a part of that<br />
projection. Their first official rider deal was<br />
with Randy De Puniet in 2008; “this first<br />
year was really good because I crashed a<br />
lot!” the Frenchman joked. Kenan Sofuoglu<br />
gave them world championship credence<br />
and they now have six prominent racers
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