New Models & Products
NEW MODELS & PRODUCTS
MZ HITS AMERICAN MARKET
The East German MZ motorcycle (Motorradwerk Zschopau) is soon to be available to the fuel-conscious American market. The three-model MZ line includes a 150cc and a 250cc machine, as well as the six-time winner of the International Six Days Trials, the MZ ETS250-1G5 competition motorcycle.
Byers Imports, a division of Geo. Byers Sons, Inc., Dept. CW-8, Columbus, OH 43215, is establishing dealerships in an eight-state Midwestern market area to sell more than 6000 of these gas-saving vehicles in 1974.
Already 30,000-plus motorcycles have been committed for the U.S. market for 1974 by the Zschopau factory. Next year the possibility of receiving more machines and more models of the MZ line appears likely.
Although the MZ ETS250-1G5 has been in the country before, the TS150 and TS250 street models are new to the American scene. The ETS250-1GS competition bike claims 32 hp at 6500 rpm, has two complete and separate ignition systems, completely enclosed drive chain, straight-pull spokes and a standard enduro toolkit, which contains sprockets, cables, special tools and^B first aid kit.
Like the ETS250 competition bike, the TS150 and TS250 street machines feature the fully-enclosed drive chain, super fork travel of 7.25 in., with twoposition adjustable rear shocks and the quick-release rear wheel. The bikes are powered by the high-performance MZ two-stroke Singles, claiming 12.5 and 21 hp, respectively, and are exceptionally smooth and quiet.
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Colors for the two street models are red, yellow and blue, while the ETS250 model comes in standard red with silver framework.
Bill Wilhelm, sales manager for Byers Imports, reports that all models are now on his dealers’ floors.
SWINGING ARM
MISI has announced that they have just what every dirt racer needs for a quick and inexpensive improvement to his bike—a lightweight, non-flexing swinging arm. They make them to bolt right on just about every model dirt racer.
They say that the swinging arms a^ heliarc-welded 4130 chrome moly that will take a beating without bending. Most models are a fraction of an inch or so over stock length for that little extra handling ease. Each model is designed and tested in competition so you know that you are getting the best answer.
Newest designs have optional shock mounting position in addition to the stock hole. The optional position lets the advanced rider set up rear suspension like the trick factory installations made popular by the pros.
MISI has also come up with a Trick Top Shock Mount Kit that combines with their new custom swinging arms to add a full inch more travel to stock shocks. MISI claims that the new set-up stops wheel hop and provides superior stability over the whoop-de-doos and the berms where races are won. ^
The Trick Top Shock Mount Kit comes with heliarc-welded 4130 chrome moly brackets, precision template for proper positioning for welding into place, and complete instructions.
Prices vary according to the make and model of bike, but swinging arm prices begin at $59.95, Trick Top Shock Mount at $24.95. MISI offers a special rate when you purchase both.
Get the facts from MISI, Dept. CW-8, 24091/2 E. Apache, Tulsa, OK 741 10.
J&R SKIDDER
J&R Manufacturing Co. announces their all new ultra-lightweight skid plate. It is available for Yamaha 250, 360, 500 MX and Enduro models. It will soon be available for other bikes, as well.
Made of high-impact space age material, it weighs only 1 3/4 pounds. It is further claimed that the skid plate is heat resistant and impervious to gas and oil. Providing protection to lower engine cases, the skidder transmits the load over a large area to prevent denting.
The plate is available in a natural color that is said to blend with any color bike. It provides a lot of protection for only $14.95.
For information, write to J&R Mfg. Co., Dept. CW-8, 7738 Scout Ave., Bell Gardens, CA 90201.
BELL'S VISOR IS JUST DUCKY
Been crashing a lot lately because of the glare from that nasty dust that infests your shield or lenses? A Duckbill visor from Bell-Toptex may be just what you need to put your motocross career back on the right track. This long, snap-on visor allows no-glare visibility and face protection.
The Bell Duckbill is extra large to provide maximum shading, but it can be easily trimmed to meet individual requirements. In fact, suggested trim lines appear on the underside of each visor.
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Duckbill visors fit Bell Super Magnum, RT, Star 120 helmets and standard Star Face shields. Suggested list price for the Duckbill is $1.50 at your local motorcycle dealer who also displays a complete line of Bell Helmets and accessories.
CRAGAR INVENTS THE WHEEL
Cragar Industries is happy to announce that their famous Super Trick wheels are now available in kit form for drag racing.
These super lightweight spun-aluminum wheels are available in 4.00-15 for the rear and 1.625-17 for the front. Each kit has two halves, not assembled, but includes O-ring, all joining hardware and fastener holes. These halves do not have a valve stem hole, center spacer or lug holes.
The 4.00-15 kit weighs only nine pounds, while the 1.625-17 weighs eight pounds. Suggested list prices are $108 and $124, respectively.
Ask for Cragar Super Trick motorcycle drag racing wheel kits at motorcy^^ shops, speed shops, tire dealers and ar^p parts and accessories stores.
SHOCKING NEWS
Now available from the Interpart Corp. is what they claim to be the perfect shock absorber for motocrojk riding...the Boge/Mulholland Mx. ll^P new shock absorber is fully adjustable and rebuildable, and allows the rider to tune his suspension to suit his own pj^cular requirements.
^loreover, they say that a range of interchangeable valves allows you to change compression and rebound characteristics within five minutes, and that the easily replaceable seal ends leakage problems forever.
Boge/Mulholland Mx features more than four inches of travel, a 7/16-in. induction-hardened, triple-chrome shaft, a variety of eyelet openings and a greater oil capacity than any other shock absorber on the market.
Also available from Interpart is the SS line of Boge/Mulholland shock absorbers, designed for best in handling and comfort for the road rider or road racer.
And, since there are more Hondas on the road than any other type of motorcycle, Interpart has designed a Boge/ Mulholland shock absorber with the
«pda owner in mind. It has the same mpening characteristics of the SS Boge/Mulholland, but with special lengths and bottom mounts for Hondas.
You may learn more about all of these models by contacting your local dealer or the Interpart Corp., Dept. CW-8, 100 Oregon St., El Segundo, CA 90245.
The Vetter Fairing Company has announced the availability of a special striping decal package for its Windjammer II fairing. Color-coordinated and contoured to reflect Honda gas tank striping, the special Honda striping enhances the appearance and compatability of Windjammer II on any Honda.
The individual stripes are white, black and gold, and are available for either black or white fairings. They may be ordered as a factory-installed option or as an accessory.
Get the straight skinny from the Vetter Fairing Co., Dept. CW-8, Box 216, Urbana, IL 61801.
