New Models & Products
NEW MODELS & PRODUCTS
COMPETITION GLOVES
A new, super-tough competition glove now is available from Cosmopolitan Motors. The “Moto-Mitt” is similar in design to other motocross gloves, but is made with heavy gauge pigskin to ensure extra comfort, protection and durability. The extruded rubber finger strips are safety stitched to prevent their coming loose. Moto-Mitts have an elastic wrist band and are finished in a sandstone color. List price is $9.50 and the gloves are available in sizes medium, large and extra-large. Details are available from Cosmopolitan Motors, Inc., Dept. CW-11, Hatboro, PA 19040.
HELMET LOCK
B-B Lok, a ruggedly built helmet lock introduced by B-B Engineering, Dept. CW-11, 791 Newton Way, Costa Mesa, CA 92627, is said to withstand a pull force of more than 300 lb. without mechanical failure. The helmet fitting and handlebar mounted lock is priced at $8.87 postpaid, and the unit fits all 7/8-in. handlebars.
CYCLE SAVER
Cycle Saver, manufactured by Suitcase Cycle, Inc., allows the owner to disconnect the handlebars, by using quick disconnect brackets, and lock them to the front forks, leaving no means to steer the bike, thereby discouraging theft. Disconnecting the throttle and clutch cables is unnecessary. The built-in lock also allows two helmets to be locked to the bike. Because the width of a motorcycle is drastically reduced when the handlebars are detached, bikes fit more easily into a van, on a trailer or on a bumper rack. The modification can be performed on most Honda, Suzuki and Yamaha motorcycles (under 400cc) and can also be used to update some motorcycles, such as the Bultaco. Further information is available from Suitcase Cycle, 3013 Airport Ave., Dept. CW-11, Santa Monica, CA 90405.
TRADE DIRECTORY
A 150-page, 1973 Motorcycle Trade Directory said to list every parts/accessory manufacturer and distributor in the motorcycle industry now is available from Motorcycle Trade Directory, 9724 W. Washington Blvd., Dept. CW-11, Culver City, CA 90230, for $3 plus 50 cents postage and handling. In all, there are 19 categories, from associations to wearing apparel, showing who makes or sells every product. Also listed are all motorcycle makes and the manufacturers as well as specialty shop services, publications and other service segments of the industry. (Continued on page 90)
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FOUR-INTO-ONE EXHAUST
Triple A Accessories has introduced a four-into-one exhaust system for the CB750 Honda, in two different styles. The long style has a 28-in. muffler/ megaphone and the short style has an 18-in. muffler/megaphone. Additional information may be obtained from Triple A Accessories, 340 E. Alondra, Dept. CW-11, Gardena, CA 90248.
CHAIN AND CABLE LUBE
Cling-Surface chain and cable lubricant is said to prevent rust and corrosion in vital mechanisms, penetrate and free rusted pins, and reduce friction at vital wearing points. The lubricant is said to not be gummy and not merely coat the surface to attract dirt but to penetrate the moving parts and keep them working. Packaged in 6-oz. aerosol cans for $1.39 or 16-oz. aerosol size for $2.70, the lubricant is available through local dealers. Additional information may be obtained from Cling-Surface Co., Dept. CW-11, 1048 Niagara St., Buffalo, NY 14213.
UNIVERSAL WINDSHIELD
The Nation’s Cycle Center has presented its N21 Series Universal 21-in. wide windshields, featuring heavierthan-ever windscreen construction, lightweight double-ribbed frame for optimum rigidity and extra-long, full-form beading clips. Two styles are available, one for drum-braked bikes and one for disc-braked models with a handlebar mounted master cylinder. The windshields are available through distributors, or from The Nation's Cycle Center, 136-138 S. Eighth Ave., Dept. CW-11, Maywood, IL 60153.
BRAKE AND CLUTCH LEVERS
The Donald A. Deakins Co., 7206 Rue Godbout St., Dept. CW-11, Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274, now is marketing brake and clutch control levers made of Valox 310, a high strength plastic with resistance to most solvents, oils and gasoline. Under severe impact, the levers are said to shatter, thereby leaving no exposed or protruding edges to cause injury. Details may be obtained from The Deakins Co.
