New Ideas
NEW IDEAS
PROGRESSIVE SUSPENSION 420 SERIES SHOCK
Upgrading your Honda CBR600F2’s or Yamaha FZR6OO’s rear suspension is easy with a 420 Series shock from Progressive Suspension (11129 G Ave., Hesperia, CA 92345; 619/9484012). Equipped with an internal nitrogen bladder rather than a more traditional remote reservoir, the anodized aluminum shock absorber boasts spring-preload and rebounddamping adjustment, and costs $395 from motorcycle dealers.
“SMOKIN’ JOEY” ISLE OF MAN TT VIDEO
Spectacular, high-speed motorcycle and sidecar action make up most of the footage featured in “Smokin’ Joey,” a new video documenting the 1995 Isle of Man TT race. More than two hours in length, the tape also contains celebrity and rider interviews, and a tribute to multi-time winner Joey Dunlop. Available from Halmar Video (PO. Box 474, Lewiston, NY 14092; 905/356-6865), the video carries a suggested retail price of $38, plus $3 shipping.
DOSS AIR-FILTER COVER
If aesthetics are a priority, you might consider a Doss air-cleaner cover from Custom Chrome (16100 Jacqueline Ct., Morgan Hill, CA 95037; 800/7293332). Designed to enhance S&S Super E and Super G filter assemblies, it slips-on and secures with silicone. Finished in a glossy black gel coat, the one-piece fiberglass cover costs $88 from motorcycle dealers.
MARMOT ALPINIST POWERSTRETCH SUIT
Staying warm during winter rides may no longer be a challenge, thanks to the Alpinist Powerstretch Suit from Marmot Mountain Ltd. (2321 Circadian Way, Santa Rosa, CA 95407; 707/5444590). Constructed from stretch fleece and fitted with lycra cuffs, it’s sleeveless and won’t bunch up or interfere with other riding apparel, says the company. Unlike most fleece products, the water-resistant garment is slick to the touch, not fuzzy. Priced at $149, the suit is available from Marmot.
HELIMOT HELD GLOVE
Additional protective features augment the #273 Held roadracing glove from Helimot European Accessories (1141 Old Bayshore Hwy., San Jose, CA 95112; 408/298-9608). New this year are Suprotect-and-Kevlar palm protection, an additional layer of leather between the thumb and palm, and a snap-down velcro wrist strap. Kangaroo leather and hair sheepskin construction are standard, as is foam padding on the back of the hand and thumb. Available in a variety of popular colors in XXS-XXXL sizes, the German-made gloves retail for $130 from motorcycle dealers or direct from Helimot.
RC COMPONENTS WHEELS
Increased strength and durability are the benefits of tri-spoke aluminum sport wheels from RC Components (140 Hunters Ct., Bowling Green, KY 42103; 502/842-6000). Designed for most late-model sportbikes, the lighter-than-stock wheels use original-equipment brake rotors, says the company. Starting at $575 per wheel, they come in 17 x 3.5-inch front and 17 x 6.25-inch rear sizes from motorcycle dealers or RC Components.
KEIHIN FCR 41 MM CARBURETOR
Keihin’s FCR 4lmm smoothbore carburetor provides precise mixture control and instant throttle response, says distributor Sudco International (3014 Tanager Ave., Commerce, CA 90040; 213/728-5407). Developed for largedisplacement four-stroke Singles like Honda’s XR600, KTM’s LC4 and Kawasaki’s KLX650, it costs $420$500, depending on the application. Pre-jetted, the carb uses the stock airbox and intake manifold, and comes with throttle cables and optional jetting. For ordering information, contact your local motorcycle dealer.
TROY LEE DESIGN STICKERS
Glamorizing your helmet or motorcycle with caricatures of roadracers Norifumi Abe, Daryl Beattie, Troy Corser, Wayne Gardner, Pascal Picotte or Scott Russell can be as simple as contacting Troy Lee Designs (1821 Wild Turkey Cir., Corona, CA 91720; 909/371-5219). Penned by Lee himself, the decals are an inexpensive way to show your rider allegiance. Suggested retail price is $2 each from motorcycle dealers or direct from Troy Lee Designs.
