New Ideas
NEW IDEAS
FRANX MACHINE WORX BIG-BORE PISTON KIT
Would you appreciate more engine performance from your Suzuki GSXR600 or RF600R? If so, Franx Machine Worx (430 E. 170th St., South Holland, IL 60473; 708/339-2601) may have the answer. Designed as a bolt-on application, the Franx Machine Worx Big-Bore Piston Kit will boost your engine’s displacement to 800cc. The supplied pistons have deep, large-diameter valve pockets for use with oversize valves and high-lift camshafts. Each kit is machined into the customer’s supplied cylinder and returned in ready-to-assemble form, says Franx. List price for the Franx Machine Worx Big-Bore Piston kit is $1095 plus shipping.
MEGUIAR’S MIRROR GLAZE NO. 18
If you're tired of peering through a smeared or scratched faceshield or windscreen, Meguiar’s Mirror Glaze No. 18 may provide a solution. Mirror Glaze is said to remove surface scratches while restoring optical clarity. An 8-ounce spray bottle of Meguiar's Mirror Glaze No. 18 retails for $5.95 from Meguiar’s Inc., 17991 Mitchell South, Irvine, CA 92714; 800/545-3321.
CERIANI BILLET INVERTED FORK
Boost the appearance and handling of your 1984-to-present Harley-Davidson Evolution Big Twin (with exception of the FLH series) or late-model Sportster with a Ceriani billet inverted fork from Storz Performance (239 S. Olive St., Ventura, CA 93001; 805/ 641-9540). Manufactured in Italy, the Enrico Ceriani-designed fork features billet aluminum lower legs mated to 43mm sliders and 54mm aluminum alloy stanchions. Damping from the cartridge-style design is said to provide a smooth, controlled ride. Supplied with axle and stem, the kit will accept the stock wheel, brakes, fender, headlight and handlebar assembly. Spring rates are selected for each individual application. Suggested retail price for the Ceriani billet inverted fork is $1850.
TOUR MASTER SILK GLOVE LINERS
Tour Master’s silk glove liners are designed to help keep hands warm and prevent blisters. The gloves have ribbed lycra wristbands and come with a 90-day guarantee, says Tour Master. They are available in black in S-XL sizes. Suggested retail for the Tour Master silk glove liners is $10. For more information, contact Tour Master (2360 Townsgate Rd., Westlake Village, CA 91361; 805/3736868) or your local motorcycle dealer.
DOW CANVAS PREMA MOTORCYCLE COVER
Mother Nature can have a devastating effect on motorcycles. In response, Dow Canvas offers its Prema motorcycle cover. Black and maroon in color, the Prema is made of Dri-Flex, a weather-resistant, urethane-coated polyester. Highlights include scorch-resistant aluminized panels, reinforced grommets, an elastic cord hem and Dow’s Moisture Guard venting system. A flannel windshield liner is also included. Available in three sizes, the Prema motorcycle cover is backed by a two-year limited warranty and costs $130-$157. For information or a free catalog, contact Dow Canvas (4230 Clipper Dr., Manitowoc, WI 54220; 800/558-7755)
QWIKSILVER II CARBURETOR KITS
QwikSilver carburetor kits are now available for 1957-to-current Harley-Davidsons. The QwikSilver II is self-compensating for altitude, and its single-needle design is said to eliminate jetting confusion. Performance claims include unsurpassed air flow and fuel atomization. QwikSilver II carburetor kits range in price from $294 to $375, depending on the application. The company’s Max Flow chrome air cleaner is included with the kit, as is hardware and an installation and tuning manual. Contact QwikSilver (13465 Nomwaket Rd., Unit A, Apple Valley, CA 92308; 619/247-1714) or your local dealer.
SIDI SRS OFF-ROAD BOOT
Sidi’s Italian-made SRS off-road boot features a replaceable sole. The benefits of the new sole are two-fold, says Sidi. First, the patented, screwed-on and bonded design can be easily replaced when worn out. Second, a plastic base provides additional rigidity, reducing impacts from hard landings. Available from Acerbis USA (9402 Wheatlands Ct., Suite A, Santee, CA 92071; 619/562-1440), the Sidi SRS off-road boot carries a suggested retail of $280. It is sold in white/blue/gray or red/black/white color combinations in sizes 8-12. Sidi boots are backed by a 14-day comfort guarantee and lifetime guarantee on materials and workmanship.
STOP ANTI-THEFT MOTORCYCLE ALARMS
Stop Anti-Theft Systems Inc. has developed a new line of motorcycle security systems. Six modelsߞthe M series covers most Japanese, Italian and German makes, while the H series is specifically for Harley-Davidson—are available. Redesigned circuitry draws 70 percent less battery power than that of previous models, and the factory warranty has been extended to two years, says the manufacturer. Prices for the Stop Anti-Theft alarm systems range from $125-$230, depending on application and choice of options. For more information, contact Stop Anti-Theft Systems, Inc., 1800 N.W. 167th PI., Suite 110, Beaverton, OR 97006; 800/536-7852.
