New Models & Products
NEW MODELS & PRODUCTS
BIG SQUEEZE
The Sta-Tite Corp. offers these locking pliers which are said to be capable of jaw pressures from a fraction of an ounce to 1000 lb. The specially designed tool, the Sta-Tite Lock-Matic, does the work of an adjustable wrench, clamp or gripping tool, in addition to working as a pliers. Its two-position jaws open from zero to 0.875 in. with locking action and to 1.2-5 in. for use as pliers. The Sta-Tite Lock-Matic pliers are made of hot, roll-forged steel that is heat treated for hardness and toughness. Each tool is chrome plated and priced at $3.98. Order direct from the Sta-Tite Corp., Dept. CW-10, 3900 Louisiana Circle, St. Louis Park, MN 55426.
HI-COMP KAWASAKI HEAD
The 238-cc Kawasaki will find new spunk with this high compression cylinder head installed. Allowing your Kawasaki to zoot o’er the hills with less effort and more determination, the head features a newly configured combustion chamber for increased power and greater cooling fin area to dissipate the engine’s heat. This high performance unit also features a 0.75-in. spark plug reach plus accommodation for a 0.75-in. compression release. The head sells for $39.95 from most dealers, or you can order part No. 2048 from Webco Inc., Dept. CW-10, 218 Main St., Venice, CA 90293.
SUZUKI CATALOG
Suzuki Fun Center now offers a new catalog. It features over 60 pages of equipment and accessories for the motorcycle enthusiast. Included are both competition and touring products, along with chrome goodies and snazzy trim. The catalog is available postpaid for $1 from Suzuki Fun Center, Dept. CW-10, 515 N. Victory Blvd., Burbank, CA 91502.
HONDA SPROCKET CARRIER
$11.95
Many Honda owners will be glad to know there is a carrier for overlay type trail sprockets available for models CL-77, CL-160, CL-175 and CL-350. Instead of carrying your dirt sprocket to the boonies strapped on the back of your bike, and then hassling with bolting and unbolting the rear wheel, you can keep the sprocket where it belongs: on the wheel. This allows you to convert your street scrambler to a genuine boondocker quickly and easily. This sprocket carrier is designed to be mounted inboard of’the drive sprocket on the rear wheel and uses only standard factory sprockets. With the exception of drilling four 0.25-in. holes in the drive sprocket, no modifications are needed and complete instructions are included with the carrier. Order direct (check or money order) from A-W Products Co., Dept. CW-10, P.O. Box 414, Loveland, CO 80537. The cost is $11.95; Colorado residents add 3 percent sales tax.
SQUEEZE-ACTION RATCHET
$12.95
A good deal of valuable time and effort can be wasted if the correct tool is not available for that special job. This squeeze-action ratchet wrench is just the thing for hard-to-reach places. To operate the wrench, merely squeeze the spring-loaded handle and that hidden nut or bolt is no longer inaccessible. And where there is more room, it can be used as a conventional ratcheting box wrench. For reverse action, just turn the tool over. While the box socket is one-half inch, 12 hex inserts range from one-quarter through seven-sixteenths inch, and metric inserts are available from 6 through 11 mm. Priced at $12.95, the wrench can be ordered from The Jay-Thomas Company, Dept.CW-10, 117 West Oxford St., Chula Vista, CA 92011.
FITTING REMARKS
Another space-age product sure to benefit the motorcyclist and home mechanic are these quick connect/disconnect fittings and couplers. Originally designed for space vehicles and equipment, the Gra-Tech product line has been expanded to include motorcycle applications. Ideal for fuel and hydraulic lines, these Gra-Tech fittings require no tools after initial installation. With the male and female fittings fastened together by a small steel clip and sealed against leakage by O-rings, the Gra-Tech couplers should find many uses in the motorcycle world. Available from highperformance outlets, or contact GraTech High Performance, Dept. CW-10, P.O. Box S, Los Altos, CA 94022.
METISSE BASH PLATES
$30
When the going gets really rough, it’s comforting to know there’s armor between your engine and the ground. These Case-Gard skid plates offer positive protection for owners of Rickman Metisse Triumphs and BSAs. Made of 3/16-in. thick tempered alloy, the custom-shaped plates are designed to totally guard vulnerable engine cases and oil-carrying frame tubes. The 650Triumph Metisse item (left in photo) weighs 4 lb., 12 oz. and is priced at $48. Case-Gard for the Mark IV Metisse models (500 Triumph, BSA Victor, etc.) has a total weight of 3 lb., 12 oz. and cost $30. Available from Rickman dealers or the manufacturer: Steen’s, Inc., Dept. CW-10,Box 2276, Alhambra, CA 91803.
RACK 'EM UP
$125
Transporting motorcycles in your pickup or van may be well simplified by these “Tip-Proof” Cycle Racks. Each rack is custom shaped to the diameter of your cycle’s front tire for a secure fit. Each rack also has a wide stabilizer at either end to steady the bike and rack when the going gets rough. Completely portable, they are made of welded steel throughout and weigh 40 lb. each. No bolting or welding to your truck’s bed is necessary, strictly a lift-in, lift-out operation, leaving the truck free for other uses. Single racks are available for $45, while three Tip-Proof units are offered at the discount price of $125, prices f.o.b. factory. Give front tire diameter with order. Mail check or money order to Rick Behrend, Dept. CW-10, P.O. Box 14, Lafayette, OR 97127. Dealer inquiries invited. [O]
