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MARKLAND TOURING CHROME PACKAGE
Markland’s touring chrome adds flash without weight by employing chrome plated ABS plastic. The rust-proof plastic parts are double plated and claimed to be durable and non-peeling. Several parts are available including brake cali- per covers ($75 a pair), radiator spoiler ($75), fairing accents ($55), saddlebag light rails ($200/225), and truck light rails for $130. Contact Markland Industries, 3500 Carriage Dr., Santa Ana, Calif. 92704. Phone (714) 754-1151.
JT RACING V2000 VENTILATOR
JT’s newest chest protector features a lot of cooling vents, dual spandex side straps, moulded neck and trim foam pieces for extra protection and comfort. Plastic covers are furnished and easily snap onto the front panels, blocking air flow for cold weather riding. They’re available in red/yellow, red/white, black/yellow, blue/yellow, or any combination of these basic colors. Price is $89.95 from JT Racing, CW-1, 303 W. 35th Street, Suite D, National City, Calif. 92050. Phone (714) 427-0971.
KONI ADJUSTABLE STREET SHOCKS
Koni’s 7610 features externally adjustable damping. The adjustment wheel is located just below the top shock eye, Springs are progressively wound tapered silicon wire and a three-position cam is placed below the spring to adjust preload. They’re available for street models of BMW, Ducati, Honda, Kawasaki, Moto Guzzi, Suzuki and Yamaha. Check your dealer for prices and applications.
LITE-NIN BAR
These handlebars are made of colddrawn 2024-T3 aluminum and feature a bolt-on aluminum crossbar. Claimed lighter than chrome-moly steel bars but just as strong. They come in anodized colors: blue, gold, red, silver or black. Get them from local dealers or contact Inter-Am, 3050 Pullman, Costa Mesa, Calif. 92626. Phone (714) 557-7941.
METZELER MULTI-CROSS REAR TIRES
Metzeler’s new Multi-Cross rear tires come in 4.10-18 and 4.50-18 sizes. They feature Metzeler’s five-four knob pattern, four-ply rated nylon cases and an updated compound that’s claimed to work on all ground surfaces. The small size costs about $57, the larger one goes for $74. At local dealers.
