New Ideas

NEW IDEAS

KONI STREET BIKE SHOCKS

Koni's new shocks are designed for street and touring use. They are fitted with progressive rate springs, have three spring preload adjustments as well as adjustable rebound damping. Models fit Yamaha, Suzuki, Honda, Kawasaki and BMW. Price is $157.20 from Koni dealers or contact Koni America Inc., CW-4, PO Box 40, Culpeper, Va. 22701. Phone (703) 825-4543.

SIMPSON SPORTS MODEL 61 HELMET

Simpson's newest helmet is made from a combination of fiberglass and Kevlar. The combination makes the model 61 one of the lightest Snell 75 approved helmets around. It features a flush mounted shield, more rakish front for less wind resistance and epoxy finishes in black or silver. Price is $124.16 from Simpson dealers or contact Simpson Sports, CW-4, 22630 S. Normandie Ave., Torrance, Calif. 90502. Phone (213) 320-2204.

TRACK-PRO TYPE II MX PANTS

Rolf Tibblin's new MX pants are made from nylon and cordura. They feature Jofa knee/shin guards, Velcro leg closures, leather reinforcing around the knees, heavy duty belt buckle and front zipper, full lining, inside AMA card pocket and Trac-Pro logos. Sizes run from 28 to 38. Price is $93.95 from dealers or contact Trac-Pro, CW-4, PO Box 937, Escondido, Calif. 92025. Phone (714) 741-6051.

WORKS PERFORMANCE SINGLE SHOCK SYSTEMS

Works Performance has aluminum replacement shocks for '80-'81 Kawasaki Uni-Traks and Honda's new Pro-Link motocrossers and XRs. The shocks feature remote reservoir, finned main body, high pressure braided steel hose, adjustable spring preload, and variable rate damping that adjusts to the terrain automatically. For monoshock owners, a kit that contains new variable rate damping valves is offered. Prices and information are available from Works Performance Products, CW-4, 8730 Shirley Ave., Northridge, Calif. Phone (213) 701-1010.