New Models & Products

NEW MODELS & PRODUCTS

AGGRESSOR MX TIRE

Carlisle Tire & Rubber has introduced a new motocross tire, called the Aggressor, which features light weight, reinforced bead area to avoid rim cutting and bead slippage, tapered tread lugs with shallow radius basis for selfcleaning, and tread lugs arranged in rows of six and five rather than five and four, to provide more traction. Details are available from Carlisle Tire & Rubber Division, Carlisle Corp., Dept. CW-8, Carlisle, PA 17013.

TIMING GAUGE

Central Tool Company has introduced a specially designed timing gauge with a small metric reading indicator and special adaptor, for timing twocycle motocycle engines. Called model number 278, the gauge is compact, so that the fuel tank does not need to be removed. Additional information may be obtained from Central Tool Company, Dept. CW-8, Wellington Ave. and Cross St., Cranston, RI 02910.

EUROPEAN STYLING

This European styled, lightweight, two-piece durable nylon/cotton riding suit is said to be water-repellent and tearproof. The jacket features a mandarin collar, “Velcro” closed zipper front, four concealed zipper pockets and an adjustable belt. The pants are windproof “bib” style, with adjustable shoulder straps, snap bottom, over the shoe fit, zippers down both legs, and a large pocket on the left leg. Available in brown only, in sizes S, M, L and XL, the suit sells for $54.95 from Suzuki Fun Center, Dept. CW-8, 515 N. Victory Blvd., Burbank, CA 91502.

CHROMED CHAIN GUARD

M/C Enterprises is manufacturing a bolt-on chromed steel chain guard which is said to fit more than 20 different bikes. Instructions and brackets are included in the $13.95 price, available from M/C Enterprises, Dept. CW-8, 5536 Cleon Ave., North Hollywood, CA 91601.

BULLET-PROOF SHIELD

Performance Marketing has developed a new safety face shield for Bell Star and Trackstar 4000 helmets which is shatter-proof, impact resistant, heat resistant and self extinguishing. The shield was tested with rounds of No. 6 2-3/4-in. magnum 12-gauge shotgun pellets from 25 feet (note pierced metal snap). The clear shield sells for $7.95 and the solar tint for $8.95 from Performance Marketing, 1320-H N. Miller St., Dept. CW-8, Anaheim, CA 92806.

CUSTOM PLATES

Custom license plates measuring 6 x 12-in, are available for almost all brands of motorcycles from local dealers. Made by R.R. Schuler & Co., Dept. CW-8, 1247 N. Main St., Elkhart, IN 46514, the plates are three-color, baked enamel finish, on heavy gauge rustproof alumi num.

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BMW HEAT SHIELD

A new exhaust pipe heat shield set for BMWs now is available through authorized BMW dealers. The set fits BMW models R50/5, R60/5, R75/5, R68, R69 and R69S. Suggested retail price for the chrome plated shields is $12.50 per set, including clamps.

ISOCYCLE DIP STICK

Engine oil temperatures are said to be reduced 5-30 percent by replacing the stock dip stick with an Isocycle Dip Stick Oil Cooler. The unit uses the heat pipe, a NASA developed heat ex changer, that uses a boiling-condensing action to remove heat from hot engine oil and transmit it to a special aluminum radiator. The dip stick is said to reduce engine wear and maintain oil viscosity without any engine modifications. Price is $19.95 from Isothermics Inc., Dept. CW-8, 291 River Road, Clifton, NJ 07014.

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IRON-ON TRANSFERS

Iron-on transfers for most brands of motorcycles now are available by mail from Cycle Shirt Shop, Dept. CW-8, 16161 Ventura Blvd., Encino, CA 91316. The transfers are in color, are usually action illustrations, and are said not to fade, chip, or peel. The transfers sell for $ 1 each.

SAFETY CLOTHING

Saf-T-Bak, Inc. has introduced new clothing designed to reduce the possibility of auto-motorcycle collisions and increase motorcycle safety by making it easier for automobile drivers to spot riders. The lightweight, stain resistant, “blaze orange” material is florescent, for easier visibility. Additional information is available from Saf-T-Bak, Inc., Dept. CW-8, Box 628, 5200 Sixth Ave., Altoona, PA 16603.

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RETAINING RING PLIERS

Anderton Darby,lnc.

Anderton Darby Inc. has introduced a range of pliers for retaining rings. Smallest plier is the “Mini” model, with a safety stop to prevent overstressing of small rings in the 12 through 35 size range. Largest is the “Major” model, designed for the 350 through 1000 size range. A free brochure titled “Pliers for Retaining Rings” is available from Anderton Darby Inc., Dept. CW-8, 490 Getty Ave., Clifton, NJ 07015.

SPORTSTER KIT

Corbin-Gentry is offering a complete six-part kit for the Harley-Davidson Sportster which accommodates models up through and including 1971. Heavy wall seamless structural pipe is used in the frame. Girder-type handlebars are chrome plated, heavy wall steel. The saddle is the Celebration Mark I model and a chrome plated sissy bar bolts directly to the frame. Sixteen gauge steel is employed in the construction of the 2-gal. gasoline tank and the chrome plated oil tank. Additional information may be obtained from Corbin-Gentry Inc., Dept. CW-8, Route 83, West Road, Ellington, CT 06029.

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MULTI VACUUM GAUGES

A vacuum gauge set with four separate gauges for testing multi-cylinder motorcycles is being offered by Expert Cycle for the Honda 750, 350 or 500 models, as well as for nearly all three and four-cylinder motorcycles. The gauges are said to be precision-made, accurate, and allow for testing of all cylinders simultaneously. Additional information may be obtained from Expert Cycle, Dept. CW-8, 18554 Parthenia St., Northridge, CA 91324.

LIFE JACK

A compact convenience tool which includes a can opener, hole punch can opener, bottle opener, flashlight and a set of four screwdriver attachments now is offered by Todayco. Called the LifeJack, the unit is constructed from molded plastic with permanent heavyduty metal parts for rugged handling and use. The Life-Jack sells for $3.98 from Todayco, Dept. CW-8, P.O. Box 936, Shawnee Mission, KS 66201.

FOUR-STROKE ENGINE COOLERS

Two new four-stroke motorcycle engine cooler kits have been introduced by Hayden. The Swirl-Cool line incorporates several recent discoveries in inner turbulator and outer fin design, and is said to produce highly efficient oil cooling. Model K-2434 is engineered for the Honda 750 and Model K2435 is designed for the Harley-Davidson Sportster, BSA 411, 500 and 600, Norton 750, Triumph 500 and 650, and other dry sump machines. Each kit includes all mounting hardware, hoses, clamps and oil cooler. Details are available from Hayden Trans-Cooler, Inc., Dept. CW-8, P.O. Box 848, Corona, CA 9 1720.

TWIST-GRIP KITS

Azusa Engineering is offering twistgrip kits featuring small, soft rubber fins to produce a slip-proof control. The basic control, at $3.95, is also available fitted with an integral button-type electrical switch right next to the operator’s thumb. A 36-in. shielded lead wire is attached, ready to hook-up as a kill switch, horn button, or to actuate any other electrical accessory. Details on the kits are available from Azusa Engineering, Inc., Dept. CW-8, 1542C Industrial Park St., Covina, CA 91722.

SNO-CYCLING

Sno-Blazer, a light-footed snow motorcycle, has a single ski in front and an 11-in., bogie-suspended track. Weighing 245 lb., the unit is powered by a 20-bhp 292cc Hirth engine. The Sno-Blazer retails for $765, from Fun Seasons, Inc., Dept. CW-8, 12000 Riverwood Dr., Burnsville, MN 55337.