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GEAR AND APPAREL Alpinestars emphasized rider protection with its new airbag technology featured in the Tech-Air System Pack. Unlike the company’ s airbag vests worn beneath riding apparel, the backpack is worn over clothing and is designed to allow airbag deployment while providing protection during a crash. The design also makes it a convenient option for everyday riders and commuters.

Icon’ s Airform Mips Island Time helmet and Thor’ s limited-edition Monster Energy racing gear.

Thor MX showcased its limited-edition Monster Energy racing gear that includes a jersey, pants, and gloves. As official sponsors of the SMX World Championship series, Thor says the Monster gear is extremely popular among amateur riders.

Icon Moto and ZR1 continue introducing new upgrades and color schemes across their Hyperstrike, Solaris and Talon helmet offerings, with updated styling and additional safety features.

SUPPLIER OF THE YEAR“ Batteries aren’ t always the sexiest thing to sell, but they’ re essential.” That was the message from the team at BS Battery, which took home the Supplier of the Year award.

Taking home the NVP Trendsetter of the Year award was Ravek, which told us its 2027 plan was to release at least 20 new items every 6 months. the products on display in Milwaukee were the company’ s SoundExtreme wireless speakers and soundbars designed for UTV applications. The speakers are engineered to withstand dirt, dust, water and impacts encountered during off-road riding. The portable Bluetooth speakers require no permanent installation and can be transported between vehicles or used in other outdoor settings, giving customers additional flexibility beyond traditional systems.

MIC LEADERSHIP MAKES NVP APPEARANCE We stopped by MIC’ s booth and caught up with the team, including president and CEO Christy LaCurelle, as they promoted its recent acquisition of MotorcycleJobs. com and its annual industry event, AIMExpo, which will be held in Orlando, Florida, March 3−5. PSB will also be on hand for the three-day event, hosting its Dealer Accelerate Conference and Honors Awards, bringing additional dealer education, networking and industry recognition to the show.

UP NEXT, LOUISVILLE NVP reinforces the importance of face-toface connections and the role distributors play in supporting the aftermarket and dealership community. Parts Unlimited and Drag Specialties look to continue that momentum at their next show in Louisville, scheduled for Jan. 24−25, 2027.

New to the NVP show was EcoXgear, which were displaying its Sound Extreme wireless and portable UTV speakers.

NEW SUPPLIER MAKES NVP DEBUT Speaker manufacturer EcoXgear recently signed a distribution agreement with Parts Unlimited, making 2026 its first year exhibiting at the NVP show. Among

The MIC booth was visited by its president and CEO Christy LaCurelle on the second day of the two-day show.