Leading motorcycle manufacturers are constantly seeking reliable and efficient rotational solutions that meet industry standards. As the demand for custom motorcycle components continues to grow, manufacturers need suppliers with strong technical expertise who can offer a full range of technologies, sizes, and materials suited for different applications – from shock absorbers and gearbox components to brakes and engines.
At the same time, suppliers must be able to offer customised, innovative and high-performance solutions, both in terms of product quality and production line efficiency.
In this article, we will analyse the biggest application challenges and how Durbal and Chiavette Unificate tackled them by developing a series of specific solutions to meet all the requirements of the industry.
Application Challenges:
The biggest challenge in this sector is managing and meeting the specific requirements of each motorcycle manufacturer, who demand customised solutions and high performance. Additionally, striking the right balance between economic needs and product industrialization is essential to generate reliable, high-quality components.
The solutions offered by Durbal and Chiavette Unificate
The team of engineers at Durbal and Chiavette Unificate, the Rollon by Timken group’s specialists in the design and production of rod ends, angular and axial bearings, spherical plain bearings and clevises, has developed a series of specific solutions to meet all the requirements of the sector:
- Supply of standard and customer-designed components, mainly used in motors (e.g. rod ends, which are widely used, but also keys, clevises, spherical plain bearings and angle joints).
- Supply of standard products pre-assembled on custom-designed products (pre-assembled systems). In this case Durbal and Chiavette Unificate act as prime contractor, offering savings in product and supplier management.
- Co-engineering for the development of custom-designed products, with high-performance materials and coatings that exceed catalogue standards.
- Rapid prototype development that gives the customer the opportunity to test the product before it is officially launched on the production lines.
Advantages
The rotational solutions developed by Durbal and Chiavette Unificate offer several significant advantages for motorbike manufacturers.
Their products fully meet designer expectations, guaranteeing high standards of quality and reliability. This means components can withstand the harshest stresses and operating conditions while maintaining high performance levels over time.
One of the features most appreciated by customers is also the consistent repeatability of quality standards: each production batch maintains the same level of excellence, ensuring that each part conforms to the required specifications. In addition, the ability to accompany deliveries with industry-specific certifications represents further added value. These certifications are essential to ensure that products meet the required safety and quality standards.
Durbal and Chiavette Unificate’s technical team is also highly skilled in managing specific web portals required by customers to interface directly with suppliers. These portals are crucial for managing production lines and for managing the chemical content of the steels used. The Durbal-Chiavette Unificate team’s expertise in this area ensures smooth and efficient interaction, thanks also to many years of experience in the sector.
Finally, sales engineers also help in the globalisation of customers’ production sites, supporting customers wherever they operate to ensure consistency and continuity of supply at a global level.
Collaboration with Aftermarket Manufacturers
In addition to serving motorbike manufacturers, Durbal and Chiavette Unificate collaborate with Aftermarket manufacturers that offer customised solutions for motorbikes, providing both standard and special products according to customers’ drawings.
Conclusions
The complexity of modern motorcycle production requires seamless integration between different motor components and systems. Each element must work in perfect harmony, from the engine management systems to the suspension components.
Through customised solutions, technical innovations and a constant focus on quality and regulations, Durbal and Chiavette Unificate of the Rollon by Timken group are the ideal partners for leading motorcycle manufacturers, contributing to reliable, high-performance and efficient vehicles.
