Cycle World New Ideas
CYCLE WORLD NEW IDEAS
Interceptor 4-into-1 pipe
RC Engineering has a 4-into-1 exhaust for Honda’s slick Interceptor. The unit is available in high-temp black or chrome for $159. For more information contact RC Engineering, 5781 Machine Dr., Huntington Beach, CA. 92649.(714)898-6033.
Moriah trailer
This wedge-shaped, fiberglass touring trailer weighs 185 lb. and boasts a 565-lb. carrying capacity. It features 7.50-8 inch tires, high-speed wheel bearings, 14-inch tongue-height and full external lighting. Torsion bars hold the full-length lid open and dual-locking clasps keep it shut. Standard features include an automatic interior light, chromed trim, chromed luggage rack and fiberglass fenders. The Moriah costs $895 from B&F Specialties, P.O. Box 1313, Des Plaines, IL 60018. Phone (312) 437-2772.
Hondaline MX gear
Honda’s newest MX gear is made in Finland by Sinisalo. Pants, jerseys and gloves are available in vented or regular nylon/leather forms. Boots and helmets are also offered; the boots have cam-lever buckles and the helmets are vented. Available in all standard sizes from Honda dealers.
Lectron 2-barrel for XR500 and TT600
Lectron's latest offering is designed to replace the stock dual carbs on Yamaha’s TT600, and Honda’s XL600 and XR500. Two 34mm Lectron carburetors are mated, minus the secondary's float bowl, and operated by a single cable that turns a cam located between the two. The flat-slide Lectron design is claimed to eliminate the radical transition between primary and secondary carbs, widen the powerband and increase horsepower. Price is $200. For more information contact Lectron Fuel Systems, 1454 Imlay City Road, Lapeer, MI 48446. Phone (313) 664-1800.
Keihin smoothbores
Keihin smoothbore carburetors are available in 33, 31, 29 and 26mm bore sizes for most inline Fours. For $495, you get the prejetted carbs complete with idle circuits, chokes and manifold. Contact Ontario Moto Tech, 6850 Vineland Ave., Unit 16, North Hollywood, CA 91605 Phone (818) 766-7101.
