New Ideas
NEW IDEAS
Schumacher Electric Battery Extenders
Dead battery? Here are three new motorcycle-friendly Battery Extenders from Schumacher Electric that will ensure those cells snugged down under the seat of your bike are always fully functional, even after a long winter nap. The shelf-top SP-1 ($34.99), palm-sized SP-2 ($39.99) and animated-display/hanging-hook-equipped SP-3 ($49.99) all boast automatic 6or 12-volt detection, battery-life-extending multi-stage charging and plug into standard household outlets. Reverse hook-up protection guarantees you’ll never damage your battery or the charger itself. Quick-connect clamps rated for 50 amps and 24-inch fused ring leads are included, and the SP-1 and SP-3 come with 12-volt DC power-port adapters. All three products have a five-year warranty.
Schumacher Electric Corp., 801 Business Center Dr., Mt. Prospect, IL 60056; 800/621-5485; www.batterychargers.com
KTM Grab Handle By Moose Racing
Ouch, that hurts! The KTM Grab Handle By Moose Racing ($39.95) reduces the risk of burning your hand or forearm on a hot muffler when lifting your 2011 KTM XC, XCF, SX or SXF and any 2012 KTM dirtbike onto a service stand or off the track or trail after a tumble. Manufactured in the U.S., this black-anodized, 6061-T6 aluminum bracket attaches to existing muffler and sidepanel mounts with supplied hardware.
Moose Racing, P.O. Box 5222, Janesville, Wl 53547; 608/758-1111; www.mooseracing.com
Brian Bergeron Designs Motorcycle Tire Rings
Just announced from Brian Bergeron Designs are the Dirt Bike Tire 01 (sizes 5-15) and the Motorcycle Tire Ring 02 Fat (sizes 6-15½). Crafted from sterling silver, 10, 14 or 18K yellow or white gold, palladium or platinum, the DBT 01 has a knobby “tread” and is approximately 6mm wide. The MCT 02 Fat is about 30 percent wider than the original Motorcycle Tire Ring 02 and mimics the beach-ball-like rear tires fitted to many custom bikes. Retail pricing begins at $117 for the DBT 01 and $141.80 for the MCT 02 Fat.
Brian Bergeron Designs, P0. Box 1251, Providence, RI 02901; 888/871-8473; www.tirerings.com
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Jardine Performance Products GP1 -R Exhaust System
The MotoGP-inspired, racetrack-ready GP1-R ($1099) is constructed of thin-wall 304 stainless steel for a weight savings of as much as 10 pounds compared to original-equipment sportbike exhaust systems, claims Jardine. What’s more, this high-flow, under-engine design is said to deliver noticeable power and torque gains throughout the rpm range and lower the center of gravity of your late-model Honda CBR1000RR, Suzuki GSX-R600/750/1000, Kawasaki ZX-6R or Yamaha YZF-R6 for even better handling response and improved stability at speed. Each kit comes with a steel lower-fairing muffler-outlet panel that is powdercoated black to complement stock bodywork.
Jardine Performance Products, 1220 W. Railroad St., Corona, CA 92882; 800/347-8664; www.jardineproducts.com
Progressive Suspension 970 Series Piggyback Shocks
Enhance the apex experience on your late-model Harley-Davidson Dyna, XR1200, Sportster or Triumph Thruxton with a set of Progressive’s 970 Series shocks ($999.99). These piggyback-style dampers use a gas-charged monotube design with progressive springing and deflective disc valving that routes fluid through separate circuits for a premium-quality ride. Manufactured in the U.S., the 970s are externally adjustable for spring preload and compression damping.
Progressive Suspension, 6911 Marlin Circle, La Palma, CA 90623; 877/690-7411; www.progressivesuspension.com
Teiz Motorsports Navigator Jacket and Pants
Latest two-piece textile suit from Teiz Motorsports (pronounced “tāze”) is the Navigator ($499, sizes S-XXXL; $299, 36-52 waist sizes). This traditionally styled adventure-touring jacket and pant is manufactured in company owner Ghazi Farooq’s home country of Pakistan using reflective-striped, stretch-panel-equipped and fully vented 500-denier Cordura. Military-grade SuperFabric ballistic panels are used in high-impact zones, and shoulders, elbows, back, hips and knees are protected by CE-certified SAS-Tech armor. Multitudinous storage options include a large backpack-style pocket on the back of the jacket.
Teiz Motorsports; 888/808-8349; www.teizms.com
PSR 2-Up Passenger Bar
"Hang on, baby!” If you’ve been a passenger on a motorcycle, especially a high-performance model, you’ve probably heard those words before. If you were lucky, you’d already wrapped your arms around the waist of Mr. Wheelie King. Or maybe you had a firm grip on the passenger grab handles or seat strap—assuming the bike was so equipped. An even better option is the PSR 2-Up Passenger Bar ($138.95). This low-profile, high-tensile-strength, CNC-machined forged aluminum gas-tank grab handle bolts securely to most late-model sportbikes equipped with a locking aircraft-style fuel cap. An ergonomically shaped, textured rubber grip is intended to enhance comfort and reduce fatigue. The cap remains fully functional.
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PSR, 157 Stare St., Pomona, CA 91767; 866/791-6270; www.psr-usa.com
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