New Ideas
NEW IDEAS
Scorpion Sports Racecase
Helmets are expensive, so here's a way to protect your investment. The $40 Scorpion Sports Racecase is made from tough bio-foam, boasts a soft anti-scratch liner and comes in black with red or gray trim. Additional features include dedicated space for a spare faceshield and a zippered stash compartment. Stores both horizontally and vertically.
Scorpion Sports Inc, 25921 Atlantic Ocean Blvd, Lake Forest, CA 92630; 888/6726774, www.scorpionusa.com
Pila Flashlights
Pila Flashlights are the choice of emergency and law-en-forcement professionals. Incorporating both Xenon and LED lights, the heavy-duty aluminum GL2 ($69), GL3 ($79) and GL4 ($107) are supplied with disposable lithium batteries (rechargeable Li-ion optional), and are water-resistant up to 3 meters. Don't get stranded without one.
Electronic Services Agency, 845 E. 5th St., Marysvile, OH 43040; 937/644-2170; www.1esa.com
Suzuki 20th Anniversary GSX-R Accessories
Here's what to wear on (or off) your 20th Anniversary GSX-R600 or 750: genuine Suzuki accessories commemorating two decades of race-winning repli-racers. Select from a full-face Shoei RF1000 helmet ($510), leather jacket ($500), textile jacket ($200), T-shirt ($20), cap ($17) or key fob ($5).
American Suzuki Motor Corporation, 3251 E. Imperial Hwy., Brea, CA 92821; 800/828-7433; www.suzukicycles.com
Fluidyne Power-Flo Radiators
Fluidyne, a major player in the automotive oil-cooler and radiator business since the late Fifties, has set its sights on off-road motorcycling. Its tough, TIG-welded tanks and brazed cores boast 33 percent wider passageways to enhance heat transfer and improve cooling efficiency, particularly in modified motors. Applications for both two- and four-strokes are available, with prices starting at $329.
Fluidyne PowerSports, 2605 E. Cedar SL, Ontario, CA 91761; 800/358-4396; www.fluidynepowersports.com
Pirelli Diablo Strada EMS
Handling, grip and mileage? That's the idea behind the Pirelli Diablo Strada Extended Mileage Sport. Intended for sport-touring machines whose owners put the emphasis on sport, the radial Strada is closely linked to the existing Diablo Sport range and boasts quick warm-up, excellent wet traction and a comfortable ride. Prices range from $146 to $186.
Pirelli Motorcycle Tire, 100 Pirelli Dr., Rome, GA 30162; 706/3685826; www. us.pirellimoto.com
Bel-Ray Foam Filter Oil Spray
Everyone knows air-filter oil traps dirt and debris before it can enter your dirtbike's engine. Quick-drying, super-tacky Bel-Ray Foam Filter Oil Spray adds waterproof-ness, so it won't wash out, gum or clog. Traditional blue coloring alerts you when the filter is thoroughly saturated. Buy it by the can for $6.55.
Bel-Ray Co., P.O. Box 526, Farmingdale, NJ 07726; 732/938-2421; www.belray.com
F.A.I.C. Header System
If a ram-air intake helps an engine make more power,so should a ram-air exhaust That's the claim made by F.A.I.C., a company whose intialized name stands for "Forced Air Induction Collector." F.A.I.C.'s 2-into-1 exhaust systems incorporate step headers and "Charge Enhancer" bulges in the head pipes, but their unique, patented feature is a forward-facing air inlet built into the collector junction Air rammed into the collector at speed is claimed to enhance scavenging and improve exhaust flow, there-by resulting in more horsepower, increased torque and crisper throttle response. Available in either chrome-plated or ceramic-coated finishes for Harley-Davidson Twin Cam, Sportster and V-Rod models, as well as select Honda, Kawasaki and Yamaha V-Twin cruisers. Prices range from $695 to $920, with special "Big Pipe" systems available for large-displacement (100 cubic inches or more) engines from $795 to $1020.
F.A.I.C., 8086E. Ragweed Dr., Tucson, 520/2904414; www.faic.cc
