Page 131 of BMW Riders Apparel Catalog by BMW Motorrad

BMW Riders Apparel Glossary Important terms from A-Z. Kevlar A para-aramide fiber, which is five times stronger than steel at the same weight. The melting point is 840 F. Laminate A joint structure of various materials created by thermal adhesion. The adhesive is applied in spots at various positions. Particularly suited for use with all-weather membranes. Can also take the form of a lining laminate or a 3-layer laminate and does not always need to be thermally attached to the upper material. Motorcycle-specific cut This pattern takes into consideration the contours of the body when adopting the riding position atop a motorcycle. The sleeve holes are positioned more toward the front, the sleeves and legs incorporate important bends and there are numerous other special design details. Nappa leather The upper surface of the hide. Smooth and slightly shiny, worked to a soft leather with a fine surface structure. Nickel-free accessories All buttons and zippers we use contain no nickel and are thus completely skinfriendly. Nomex Heat resistant material made of fire-retarding aramide fibers. Nubuk leather Leather that possesses a high level of breathing activity and has a slightly roughened surface, resulting in a soft, velvety grip. PCP/CP Pentachlorphenol (PCP) is prohibited by the German Prohibited Chemicals Order of 14.10.93 and may only be used in leather processing in amounts up to the prescribed limit of 5 mg/kg. ProFoam Viscous substance that hardens instantly on impact. Excellent shock absorption in all thermal conditions. ProSafe Integral polyurethane foam with an open-cell structure and a closed-cell outer skin. Resists the influence of the environment. Used in protectors. Gauntlet The portion of the glove that extends above the wrist. Glass-fiber reinforced plastic (GFRP) The individual fibers (aramide, carbon, glass fiber) can be mixed in varying proportions according to requirements. Certain characteristics can be achieved through variation of the direction and position of the fibers within the compound; e.g. low weight, high strength, high rigidity, low heat expansion and good thermal properties. GORE-TEX A membrane made of Teflon (PTFE/Polytetrafluorethylene). Innumerable microscopic pores prevent the penetration of large water droplets while allowing the much smaller water vapor molecules to pass through. The branch-like structure of the membrane means that it is also completely windproof. GORE-TEX XCR The GORE-TEX XCR 3-layer laminate features 25% improved breathability compared to conventional 3-layer laminates while remaining durably wind- and waterproof. GORE- TEX XCR keeps out the cold and ensures a pleasant body climate even in extremely hot conditions. Gusset A triangular inset to give width and or strength. On motorcycle apparel, it is usually found on the sleeve or pant cuff, and in the arm area for more width. Hydrophobic treatment A treatment that renders leather waterrepellent. BMW uses the vat immersion technique under application of top quality 3M Scotchguard as the active agent. The best results are obtained when the leather fibers are encapsulated without affecting the natural state of the pore structure, so as to maintain the active breathing action. InoTex Highly abrasion resistant and lightweight blend of cotton, Lycra , Kevlar , and Dynafil with a jeans look. Kangaroo leather Finer, more closely interwoven fibers and a tighter structure make this leather even more durable than cowhide on a thickness comparison basis. Keprotec A blend of Kevlar and PA fibers that adds to the already excellent Kevlar characteristics of stretch properties and abrasion resistance. Used to reinforce those areas that are most at risk in the event of a fall (elbows, shoulders, knees, thumbs, etc.). AirTex Mesh-like,highly tear-resistant Dynafil polyamide weave. Armacor (GORE-TEX Armacor) A new kind of highly tear-resistant material combining Kevlar and Cordura with the first class weather properties of GORE-TEX in a 3-layer laminate. Azo dyes These dyes may not be used in colored outer materials since they can break down into carcinogenic amines. BIOMEX BIOMEX products take ergonomics and natural movement into account. In this way they support and take the strain off the joints in all movements, especially in extreme situations. Breathing action Technically defined as the resistance offered to water vapor permeability (RET value).The lower the RET value, the more permeable the material to air. Carbon Heat-resistant chemical fiber, lighter than glass fiber. Characterized by high strength and rigidity. CE test mark The CE mark (CE=Communaut Europ enne) indicates that the product complies with the safety requirements laid down in the European Unions directives. Cordura 500/700 Nylon yarn that consists of 100% polyamide. The manufacturing process involves respinning and weaving the cut polyamide fibers. The melting point is 410 F. Cordura 700 is even more tear-resistant. Design The characteristics of BMW design include the use of classic shapes and colors. The guiding principle is: Form follows function . DuPont Coolmax DuPont Coolmax consist of hollow fibers that transport humidity to the outside very quickly by means of capillary action making the material dry 50% faster than cotton. Dynafil A highly tear-resistant polyamide yarn that is even more robust than Cordura 500/700 and is even more resistant to high temperatures. Expanding pleats The upper material is sewn onto the stretch material in a corrugated form. This allows the compound to stretch, rendering the safety factor of the highly tear-resistant upper material intact. Serafil Highly tear-resistant safety yarn; the only one of its kind in BMW Riders Apparel. Safety, active and passive Active safety refers to accident prevention measures, or instance the use of reflective materials for increased visibility. Passive safety is the important aspect in the event of an accident, for instance the use of abrasion-resistant outer materials and impactabsorbing protectors. schoeller -PCM. A space research material that balances temperatures. Storm cuff A sleeve inlay that forms a waterproof closure around the wrist and prevents moisture from penetrating from outside. Taslan A term denoting a group of materials in which the polyamide fibers are altered through the application of steam. In this way, the fibers swell up, and become softer, while retaining their resistance to wind and water as well as their air resistance properties. TFL Cool System Cool technology is used for dark leather and textile wear. Thanks to a special manufacturing process, sunlight is reflected from the dark surface of the leather or fabric in the same way as from a light surface. The upper material does not heat up so strongly and the danger of overheating is reduced considerably. Venturi BMW uses this active breathing wind and waterproof membrane as a laminate, whose main advantage is its low weight. It can also withstand water pressure of up to 10 m. x-static Textile with integrated silver. Anti-bacterial and odor-reducing, anti-static, high level of moisture transportation, quick drying, and temperature-balancing. Z-Liner This is the membrane between the upper material and the actual lining, which is suspended in the garment without any seams.

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