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Being Bought By Private Equity Was “The Best Thing That Could Happen” To Dainese, Says CEO Angel Sanchez

In a world where private equity means a death knell for a brand, Dainese’s CEO Angel Sanchez sits down with RideApart and sets the record straight for his company, and lays out the future for the motorcycle gear behemoth.

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AGV Just Dropped This Limited Edition Pista GP RR Helmet, And I Want It

A helmet created for MotoGP racers is now available from AGV to the public in a crazy new colorway.

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Alternate Universe: Could Valentino Rossi Have Been A World Rally Champion?

Four wheels were always in Valentino Rossi's racing future, but the question of which four wheels he'd choose wasn't always clear.

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Motorcycle Gear Company Dainese Was Just Sold for Barely $1? Here's What's Happening

Back in 2022, private equity firm the Carlyle Group made big news in the motorcycle world when it acquired the Dainese Group (including TCX and AGV). Now it's selling the brands.

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Dainese and AGV Made Ultra Fancy Gear for This Ultra Fancy Superbike

Dainese and AGV have teamed up with MV Agusta to come up with some ultra rare gear to accompany the ultra-rare bike.

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MV Agusta's New Limited Edition Superbike Is Expensive As Hell, and Oh So Pretty

MV Agusta has released a new limited edition Superveloce 1000 superbike to pay tribute to Giacomo Agostini, and it's perhaps one of the prettiest motorcycles ever. It also has a very steep price.

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You Might Be Able To Recycle Your Old Motorcycle Helmet, But There's a Catch

Global motorcycle gear experts Dainese are finally solving the problem of what to do with your old motorcycle helmet once it's reached its end of life. Sort of.

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I review motorbikes for a living – here's why I'm excited about GoPro's new smart motorcycle helmet

GoPro is now making a smart motorcycle helmet with AGV –here's why I'm looking for to it, despite some misgivings.

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You Know You Want an American Flag on an Italian-Made Motorcycle Helmet

Last week, I embarked on a quest to do something wholly American: build a hunting rifle. Yes, this is still RideApart, I'm not just talking about my new Christensen Arms Ridgeline FFT because I want to show it off. Rather, I'm discussing it because I built it for a story…

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GoPro's Smart Motorcycle Helmet Is Finally On Its Way, With a Big Name Onboard

It's been a minute since we heard new information about GoPro's smart helmet plans. But there's some news on that front, building on the solid structure the action camera maker acquired when it bought Australian smart helmet maker Forcite back in 2024.

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Dainese Just Dropped Some Sick New Racing Gear, Including a New Suit

The summer riding season is upon us. Yes, I can still see snow from my kitchen window, but the trees are budding, the songbirds are singing, and tracks around the country are gearing up to accept all manner of two-wheeled hellions. And by the time the mercury rises to where…

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AGV’s Limited-Edition Pantera Is the Slickest Pista GP RR Colorway Yet

I don't know what makes me simultaneously hate on a Pista GP RR and also long for one.

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Would You Rock This Motorcycle Helmet Made Out Of Natural Fibers?

It goes without saying that helmets have come a long way from being just protective pieces of gear. These days, they’re probably more of a status symbol than anything else. You know, a way to flex on your buddies at bike night? And while I’d like to believe that all…

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Never Heard Of Airoh Helmets? Well, You’re About To

Motorcycling and Italy go way back, and it’s clear that bikes have a very special place in Italy’s heart. Some of the industry’s biggest brands call Italy home—think Ducati and Aprilia, Dainese and AGV. These companies have pretty much set the standard in their respective segments.But while big names like…

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I Was Today Years Old When I Learned That Dainese Makes Airbags For Skiing

Dainese is one of the biggest and most popular gear brands out there. If you’re just casually familiar with the name, you probably think they only make gloves, jackets, pants, and boots specific to us motorized two-wheel-loving folk.But there’s more to the Dainese group than meets the eye. The company…

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Brembo Just Bought Öhlins, Tells Us How Riders Will Reap the Rewards

Brembo just acquired Öhlins, marking the largest acquisition in the brand's history. But it's riders that will benefit the most, and here's why.

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HJC’s Retro Fabio Quartararo Helmet Smacks, but There’s a Problem

HJC recently launched its new Fabio Quartararo "sponsored" helmet in Europe. Here's everything you need to know about it.

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Recall: Some AGV Tourmodular Helmets Could Have Buckle Not Engage

Dainese, parent company of helmet maker AGV, is recalling certain Tourmodular helmets made in a specific date range because the buckles may not properly latch.

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AGV Launches Limited Edition Pista GP RR GHIACCIO

AGV just launched its latest limited-edition Piesta GP RR, the GHIACCIO. "Ghiaccio" means "ice" in Italian, and this lid is as cool as it comes.

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AGV Introduces Exclusive, Limited Edition Pista GP RR Oro Helmet

Italian motorcycle helmet specialist AGV announced its limited edition Pista GP RR Oro, which will only see 3,000 units made and sold worldwide.

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Angel Sánchez Appointed As New CEO Of Dainese Group

Dainese Group has appointed a new CEO in the form of Angel Sánchez, who will assume the position on November 2, 2023.

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AGV Introduces The Redesigned K3 Full-Face Helmet

Italian helmet specialist AGV has just launced the redesigned K3 full-face helmet. It flaunts a sporty style with features that give it touring capabilities.

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Gear Review: AGV Tourmodular Modular Helmet

We test AGV’s new entry-level modular helmet, the Tourmodular, and determine whether the model’s rugged utility lives up to the brand’s standards.

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2023 Aprilia Racers Days Calendar Announces American, Canadian Dates

Aprilia U.S.A. announced its 2023 lineup of Aprilia Racers Days events across North America, for riders to check out the latest Aprilia lineup on track.

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UPDATE: Dainese Group Announces U.S. Distribution With Tucker Powersports

The Dainese Group announced a distribution deal with Tucker Powersports in the U.S. for its products to powersport gear retailers across the country.

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