New Ideas

NEW IDEAS

GRC MOTO POCKET BIKES

Let's hear it for GRC Moto Pocket Bikes, good for giggles all 'round. Like this replica of fourtime 500cc World Champion Mick Doohan's Repsol Honda, the tiny two-stroke minibikes are powered by 39cc Polini Singles. They make a whopping 6.2 horsepower, and boast a heart-stopping top speed of 52 mph! And did we mention the twin-spar aluminum frames and triple disc brakes? At $2600 a pop, they're extravagant playthings. But my, what fun...

Cycle Imports, 5422 N. W. 79 Ave., Miami, FL 33166; 305/597-4440

TWO BROTHERS RACING CARBON-FIBER MUFFLERS

Seen it all, at least where carbon-fiber is concerned? Guess again. The eye-catching triangular weave found on Two Brothers Racing's new Filament Wound mufflers is produced by spinning a cylinder at high speed, then slowly adding a thin strand of carbon-fiber. The result is seamless-and durable. Plus, it looks great. Prices for slipon applications start at $309.

Two Brothers Racing, 1715 E. Wilshire Ave., #701, Santa Ana, CA 92705; 714/550-6070

DEW LANE EARPLUGS

A case of earplugs may seem like overkill, but Dew Lane can make it worth your while. Of the dozens of styles available, the company says its most popular are the Classic E-A-R and E-Z Fit plugs. Both feature non-irritating foam that conforms to most ear canals. Discounts are available for large-quantity purchases. For example, 10 pairs cost $4.50, but 200 are just $45-a 50 percent savings.

Dew Lane Associates, P.O. Box 354, Zionsvil/e, IN 46077; 317/879-1134

HARLEY-DAVIDSON SPORT RIDER JACKET

Thumb your all-American nose at those uppity Europeans and effect a neo-cafe-racer look with the Sport Rider Jacket from Harley-Davidson. Fashioned from topgrain, drum-dyed leather, it incorporates an actionback, along with zippered cuffs and front pockets. A snap-down Mandarin collar, The Motor Company's logo and slim lines perfect the look. Available in men's sizes XS-XXXL, it costs $370.

Harley-Davidson, 3700 W. Juneau Ave., Milwaukee, WI53201; 414/343.4680

PRO-X PISTON KIT

Give your late-model motocrosser some extra 00mph with a PRO-X Power Piston Kit. Designed to boost power, the cast-aluminum pistons are slightly oversize for a snugger-thanstock fit with stock cylinder bores. Rings, circlips and wristpin are included. Suggested retail is $90.

PRO-X Genuine Racing Parts, 12051 Rivera Rd., Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670; 888/487-6457

LOCKHART PHILLIPS MARKER LIGHTS

Looking for another trick way to streamline your late-model sportbike? Check out Lockhart Phillips' new Flush Mount IV Marker Lights. Designed for a smooth, even fit on any fairing, the curved front turnsignals come with amber, smoke or clear lenses (the latter uses a yellow bulb). Drilling is required, and all hardware is supplied. Yours, for $20 per pair.

Lockhart Phillips, 151 Calle Iglesia, San Clemente, CA 92672; 714/498-9090

SAENG/TA MOUNTS

With gadgets, gizmos and geegaws galore, Saeng/TA can rig any motorcycle for touring duty. Simply choose from the company's system of adjustable booted-ball linkages. Designed to attach to nearly any surface, the rubber mounts are equipped with velcro-covered platforms that accommodate mirrors, lights, radar detectors, even GPS. Pricing starts at $33. □

SAENG/TA Corp., PO. Box 1246, Columbus, NE 68601; 800/868-7464