New Ideas
NEW IDEAS
Diadora 2 Fit System Boots
How’s this for the ultimate in adaptability? Diadora’s 2 Fit System Boot employs adjustable, removable plastic armor over a perforated neoprene “sock,” which in turn incorporates gel padding at the shin. The result is a protective boot that not only fits practically any size calf, but can be worn over or under jeans, a riding suit, leathers, etc. Additionally, the boot is equipped with a full-grain leather upper and ankle protection. Available in black, red or blue and in a range of sizes, they cost $250.
Gearbox International, 2236 Mariner Square Dr., #200, Alameda, CA 94501; 800/799-9444; www.gearboxinternational.com
Aerostich shorts
Discomfort in the nether regions can be a nasty byproduct of an otherwise-pleasant, high-mileage motorcycle ride. How to prevent this? Why, with Aerostich Riding Shorts. Made from stretchy lycra, they’re padded like bicycling shorts. Only instead of a chamois, they use fleece to soften your ride. At $27 a pop, they come in black only, and in sizes S-XL. Good riddance, then, to monkey butt!
Aero Design, 8 South 18th Ave. West, Duluth, MN 55806; 218/722-1927; www.aerostich.com
Yuasa Jumper Cables
Most motorcycles have limited storage space, so riders are picky about what they carry along. Bulky jumper cables don’t usually make the cut. But sometimes you need them, which is where Yuasa’s new Jumper Cables come in. Developed with compactness in mind, the 8-gauge cables are tangle-resistant and are equipped with small alligator clips designed specifically for bike batteries. A handy carrying case is included in the $15 price.
Yuasa, P.O. Box 14145, Reading, PA 19612, 610/2OS1916; www.yuasabatteries.com
Buell Radical Paint Set
Want to individualize your Buell X1? Try the appropriately named Radical Paint Set. The “Liquid Lightning, Yellow Scalloped Flames over Burgundy” paint scheme adorns the front fender, fairing, fuel tank, front spoiler and tailsection. But act fast, as only 100 of these handcrafted sets are available. Suggested retail price is $2299.
Harley-Davidson, 3700 W. Juneau Ave., Milwaukee, WI53201; 800/5882743; www.buell.com
MSR 30th Anniversary Jacket
Malcolm Smith Racing is celebrating its 30th birthday in style, by offering this limited-edition leather jacket. The retro-looking wrap features embossed racing patches, an embroidered collar and a lightweight taffeta lining. It comes in black-and-gray, and in men’s sizes M-XXL. But the real news is that each jacket is signed by Malcolm himself. That alone is worth the $300 asking price!
Tucker-Rocky, 4900 Alliance Gateway Frwy., Ft. Worth, TX 76178; 800/347-1010; www.msracing.com
Liquid Bar Snake
Granted, the Bar Snake is nothing new. In fact, it’s been used to rid handlebars of buzziness for years. But the Liquid Bar Snake, well, that’s new. Designed for Pro-Taper-style handlebars, it’s said to reduce vibration just like the original product. Only this newest iteration comes in liquid form, and it solidifies after being poured into any tube-type handlebar up to 52 inches long. It costs between $40 and $50.
C.P Products, 446 E. Laurel Dr., Salinas, CA 93906; 831/784-4402; www.barsnake.com
Infinity Task Lights
Motorcyclists should carry a flashlight, period. Two good examples to consider are the infinity Task Light and the 0-4 Mini Task Light. Both are equipped with high-intensity LED bulbs that cast a bright 10-foot beam of light, and boast 100,000 hours of life. At $16, the waterproof 0-4 has a plastic body with rubber overgrip, and is about the size of a quarter (it comes with a battery). Its larger, $20 counterpart features an aircraft-grade-aluminum shell and runs on AA batteries (which are not included).
CMG Equipment, 811 W. Evergreen, #400, Chicago, IL 60622; 888/699-0622; www.cmgequipment.com
Factura proforma Terramaster II Tripmeter
Rally racers aren’t the only off-roaders interested in high-zoot tripmeters. Which is exactly why Spain’s Factura Proforma is offering the Terramaster II. This compact, easily installed unit fits most late-model dirtbikes, and features a bunch of, well, features: An odometer, adjustable tripmeter, a clock and peak-speed readouts are standard fare. The nifty, battery-operated gadget is programmable in both kilometers and miles, and costs $193.
Factura Proforma, Ql, c/Libra, 11, 28023 Madrid, Spain; Oil 34 918 567 237 (fax); ogallardo@dornaoff-road.com
