New Ideas
NEW IDEAS
K&L Supply MC 15 Cycle Dock
Introducing the mother of all wheel chocks, K&L Supply’s MC 15 Cycle Dock. The zinc-plated steel unit was originally conceived for use with K&L’s new MC650 hydraulic lift, but is suitable for duty on any flat surfacegarage floors, pickups, vans, trailers, etc. The adjustable rocker clamp comes in two sizes to accept a broad range of wheel diameters and widths. Bolt-on “boom” features two tie-down eyelets and adjustable rubber feet for added stability. Yours for $245.
K&L Supply Co., 1040 Richard Ave., Santa Clara, CA 95050; 408/7276767; www.klsupply.com
Michelin Pilot Road
Michelin North America, Inc., 1 Parkway S., Greenville, SC 29615; 864/458-5000; www.michelin-us.com
Say hello to the newest member of the Michelin family, the Pilot Road. Replacement for the popular Macadam 100X, the street-focused radial from the French tire-maker uses two casing plies oriented at 75 degrees from the tire’s direction of travel, with a zero-degree crown ply. Silica compounding ups grip, especially on wet pavement and in cooler conditions, while varying-depth tread pattern evacuates water with greater efficiency, yet provides good feedback in dry conditions. Suggested retail prices for fronts start at $126, while rears begin at $156.
Fisher-Price Power Wheels
And they’re off! Racing around the backyard, that is. Harley-Davidson Motorcycle Ride-On ($210) and Kawasaki Super Shock Dirt Bike ($239) are the latest additions to Fisher-Price’s Power Wheels line of battery-powered kiddie-haulers. Concerned about Junior’s well being? Relax. Maximum speed is 5 mph (2.5 mph in reverse), Power Lock brake provides safe, easy stops, and outrigger wheels prevent tipovers.
Fisher-Price, Inc., 636 Girard Ave., East Aurora, NY 14052; 800/432-5437; www. fisher-price.com
Oakley Sandbag
For an alternative over-the-shoulder method of bearing your belongings, Oakley offers its sling-style Sandbag. The triangular-shaped sack is organized to use all available space, giving never-sit-still-types loads of secure storage. There’s even a pass-through opening for your CD/MP3 player’s headphone cord. Get it in black only for $98.
Oakley, Inc., 1 Icon, Foothill Ranch, CA 92610; 800/431-1439; www.oakley.com
Black+Gray Hi-Per Hanger
Wire coat hangers are for shirts, not motorcycle jackets. Manufactured from aluminum, molded plastic and stainless-steel, the extra-wide Hi-Per Hanger supports more than 150 pounds-heck, you could hang yourself up!-and maintains your garment’s original shape. Optional Power Clips with rubber-tipped jaws put gloves and pants in their place, too. Prices start at $27.
Black+Gray Design+Manufacturing, Inc., 1602 Rt. 9, Garrison, NY 10524; 845/424-4505; www.blackandgray.com
Moto Guzzi Eagle Collection
The eagle has landed at your nearby Moto Guzzi dealer. The Italian bike-maker’s new apparel line comprises legendary Italian styling that you can wear on or off the bike. The 20-item range runs the gamut from jackets to casual wear. Prices start at $17.
Moto Guzzi North America, Inc., 109 Smoke Hill Ln. 4190; Woodstock, GA 30188; 678/238-0902; www. motoguzzi-us.com
CW SPORTLIGHT
Nelson-Rigg CTB 900 Deluxe Tourer
Ever tried to cram a week’s worth of clothes and other travel necessities into the leather saddlebags found on many so-called touring cruisers? Fuggetaboutit! Factor in a passenger, and you’ll be lucky if there’s space left over for anything more than a shave kit and clean T-shirt. Nelson-Rigg to the rescue! The new RiggPaks Cruiser Touring Bags come in eight different models, five of which boast its quad-strap "Full Nelson’’ mounting system that makes safe, secure attachment to most backrests a no-brainer. Designed to hold its shape even when empty, the UV-treated Tri-Max polyester CTB 900 Deluxe Tourer ($176) is jam-packed with features such as an expanding main compartment and side pockets, security loops and built-in backpack straps. What with the detachable roil bag, waterproof rain liner, combination lock and lifetime warranty, there’s nothing stopping you from loading up and hitting the road.
Nelson-Rigg USA, Inc., 3518-A Lake Center Dr., Santa Ana, CA 92704; 714/850-1811; www.nelsonrigg.com
