New Ideas
NEW IDEAS
ACERBIS SPORTSTER GAS TANK
Acerbis has entered the Harley-Davidson aftermarket with its latest 4.1-gallon plastic gas tank. Fashioned in traditional tear-drop style, it's intended for 1986-96 Sportsters. Each tank is molded from composite nylon and comes primed for paint, says the company. Designed to utilize the stock petcock and filler cap, the tank costs $340 from motorcycle dealers or direct from Acerbis USA, 9402 Wheatlands Court, Ste. A, Santee, CA 92071; 800/659-1440.
TOM THE TAILOR ZIP-R-STRIP
Have the few extra pounds you've put on turned your leather riding jacket into a medieval torture device? If so, Tom the Tailor's Zip-r-Strip might provide a reprieve. The 2-inch leather panel attaches to most jackets' front zippers, providing extra room for an expanding waistline. Available with silver, gold or black zippers, the Zip-r-Strip comes in assorted colors and finishes and costs $35-$45, depending on the design. For details, contact Tom the Tailor, 327 14th Ave., SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414; 800/379-2201.
ADVANT-EDGE KNEE PAD COVERS
Fed up with off-road shin guards that chafe or slide around? Why not slip on a set of Comfort Knee Pad Covers from Advant-Edge? Machine washable, the fleece covers are designed to hold shin guards in place while wicking moisture from the skin, says the manufacturer. Medium and large sizes are available for $13 per pair from motorcycle dealers or direct from Advant-Edge, 2763 West Ave. L, #200, Lancaster, CA 93536; 800/238-2683.
LOCKHART PHILLIPS SPEEDSCREENS
Lockhart Phillips Speedscreens are now available for most late-model Triumphs. Molded to mirror the stock shape to assure a perfect fit, the acrylic screens are said to be optically correct and come in smoke, dark smoke, clear and transparent yellow. Prices range from $40 to $50 from motorcycle dealers or direct from Lockhart Phillips, 151 Calle Iglesia, San Clemente, CA 92673; 714/498-9090.
AFAM WORKSLITE SPROCKETS
Distributed through White Bros. (24845 Corbit Pl., Yorba Linda, CA 92687; 714/692-3404), AFAM Workslite sprockets are engineered for maximum strength and minimal weight. Intended for off-road use and priced at $60, they feature a hard-anodized aluminum "snowflake" design. Excellent durability is claimed. Chromoly-steel countershaft sprockets are also available and list for $21. For fitment, see your local motorcycle dealer.
WAX SHOP WAXES
To give your motorcycle a glossy, concours-winning appearance, you might consider the latest liquid waxes from The Wax Shop (P.O. Box 10226, Bakersfield, CA 93389; 800/323-9192). Void of abrasive additives and sealants, Super Glaze, Clear Coat Liquid Wax and Super Glaze Plus are claimed to clean, polish and revitalize paint while removing road tar, oil and waxy buildup. Priced at $11 per bottle, the carnauba-based products are available from motorcycle dealers or direct from the manufacturer.
ARAI NR-2
Arai's latest full-face street helmet boasts many of the features found on the company's premier models, but with a lower price tag. Based on the Quantum, the NR-2 uses the same quick-release faceshield, but has a slightly heavier shell and fixed cheek pads. Intake and exhaust vents are optional. The NR-2 is available with or without graphics in XS-XXL sizes. Prices start at $324. For an Arai dealer, call 800/766-2724 or write Arai Helmets, P.O. Box 9485, Daytona Beach, FL 32120.
MOOSE FOUR SEASONS JACKET
Off-road enthusiasts in the market for a traditional-looking enduro jacket might consider the Four Seasons from Moose OffRoad (3511 Kennedy Dr., Janesville, WI 53547; 608/758-1111). Designed to be both waterproof and breathable, the treated-cotton jacket is cut oversize to accommodate chest protectors. Four exterior cargo pockets provide storage space, while a stand-up collar and shoulder vents aid comfort, says the company. Available in blue, purple and red in M-XXL sizes, the jacket costs $190 from motorcycle dealers.
